Many, if not most, real estate markets are pretty quiet right now.  That makes it the perfect time to get your plans for 2008 nailed down.

I came across an article on Broker-Agents News that identifies a very specific list of “To Dos” to get ready for next year.  These ideas are focused on handling sideways or down markets.

A strong theme in the article has to do with a focus on increasing listings, but if you’re a buyer agent, the article also includes a number of ideas for managing buyer relationships.

The concept of time-blocking is also discussed.  Time-blocking refers to setting aside time in your schedule for specific activities, and it’s a basic principle of good time management.  What you’re really doing is setting an appointment with yourself, and treating that appointment with the same seriousness as you would a client meeting.

Take a moment to review these 14 points – you may reinforce things you already know or commit to making a change that will make a difference in your bottom line in 2008!